The family of Nollywood actor Alexx Ekubo has announced that he died following complications from advanced metastatic kidney cancer.
In a statement shared on the actor’s official Instagram page, the family said Ekubo died at Evercare Hospital after what they described as a “brief but courageous battle” with the illness.
The statement described the actor as a devoted husband, son, brother and friend, adding that he faced his health struggles with “remarkable strength, unwavering faith, and enduring hope.”
“After a brief but courageous battle, Alexx passed away at Evercare Hospital due to complications arising from advanced metastatic kidney cancer,” the statement read.
“Throughout this difficult journey, he bore his pain with remarkable strength, unwavering faith, and enduring hope, believing that one day his testimony would be shared with the world.”
The family appealed for privacy and prayers as they mourn the actor, noting that funeral arrangements would be announced later.
“We sincerely thank everyone for the love, support, prayers, and understanding extended to the family throughout this period,” the statement added.
Ekubo was widely known for his roles in several Nollywood productions and remained one of the industry’s most recognisable faces.
